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This book examines some of the ways in which linguists can express what native speakers know about the sound system of their language. Intended for the absolute beginner, it requires no previous background in linguistics, phonetics or phonology. Starting with a grounding in phonetics and phonological theory, the book provides a base from which more advanced treatments may be approached. It begins with an examination of the foundations of articulatory and acoustic phonetics, moves on to the basic principles of phonology, and ends with an outline of some further issues within contemporary phonology. Varieties of English, particularly Received Pronunciation and General American, form the focus of consideration, but aspects of the phonetics and phonology of other languages are discussed as well. This new edition includes more discussion of Optimality Theory and a new glossary of terms. It has been updated throughout to take account of the latest developments in phonological theory, but without sacrificing the book's ease of use for beginners.
Prepare for a pulse-pounding journey into the heart of darkness in the exhilarating crime thriller "Cryptobyte" by Cat Connor! SAC Iverson (neè Conway) finds herself entangled in a nightmarish web of missing families, a chilling mystery that spans the entire nation and defies all expectations. As hijacked trucks, vanishing families, stolen chemicals, and cryptic text messages weave a complex tapestry of intrigue, Iverson is faced with an unimaginable hobby that unravels the very fabric of her sanity. Juggling the responsibilities of being a mother to twin toddlers and her new position as Special Agent in Charge of Delta, Iverson's life becomes a high-stakes tightrope walk, balancing her per...
Behind the scenes and topping the charts - today's most respected record producers share their secrets. From the Rolling Stones to Green Day to Norah Jones to the Dixie Chicks, record producers have always played an integral role in the success of an artist. In this fascinating account of how record producers shape the hits and the careers of major artists, author David Farinella talks to the men and women who've launched a thousand careers and pushed their collaborators to multi-Platinum success. He explores the chemistry between artist and producer and presents a treasure trove of sound practical tips for anyone wanting to produce. David John Farinella has been writing about music since 19...
Beverly Winslow's life is exactly how she wants it...until the grandfather she never met dies and leaves her a three-hundred million dollar fortune. As far as she's concerned, the Winslows' can take their money and go to hell. Bev doesn't belong in that world—even if her grandfather's deliciously hot attorney tells her otherwise. Finn Callahan is simply trying to do his job. The problem: Beverly Winslow is the most stubborn, infuriating woman he's ever met. Before he can answer the questions surrounding the sexy, fascinating woman, someone tries to kill her. Finn and Bev team up as as she steers her new role as CEO of her grandfather's conglomerate. While she faces charity balls and a testy board of directors, Finn falls ever deeper in love—but she doesn't need another complication in her life. As their romance heats, the target on her back grows. They must figure out who wants them dead...before it's too late.
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This volume contains revised, expanded and updated versions of papers originally presented at the International Workshop on Phonological Structure held at the University of Durham in September 1994. As the title suggests, the contributions focus on aspects of phonological structure, both segment internal and suprasegmental. A number of questions surrounding phonological structure are approached from a wide variety of theoretical standpoints, including the frameworks of prosodic phonology, declarative phonology, optimality theory, metrical phonology, government phonology, feature geometry, particle theory and dependency phonology. This range of viewpoints allows the crossfertilisation of various strands of phonological thinking with respect to many of the central issues concerning phonological structure. The empirical basis of the contributions is also wide-ranging, including among the languages dealt with Aranda, Cayuvava, English, French, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, and Spanish.
Get ready for a high-stakes game of deception and danger that will leave you questioning everything! In this heart-pounding thriller, Special Agent Ellie Conway finds herself falsely accused of murder, hunted by both the relentless FBI and the local Metro police. With her reputation in tatters, Conway must not only protect an actor with crucial ties to the elite Delta A team, but also unravel a conspiracy that hits dangerously close to home. Forced to live off the grid, Conway unwittingly stumbles upon a sinister syndicate with shocking connections to the tragic death of her daughter. As if that isn't enough, this ruthless organization sets its sights on her entire team, abducting them with ...
Sidestepping the inflated egos and scandal that have infiltrated many men's sports, college female softball players exhibit power and grace on the field as well as camaraderie, high achievement and vulnerability off the field. This balance not only makes the game compelling to watch, but it also elevates women's softball as an aspirational model for other sports. Focusing on the 2018 season, this book explores gender performance and sexuality in softball, how the influx of money from the sport's growth has reshaped expectations of success, and traditional media coverage of women's sports.